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Module 1: Understanding AI

Being safe and smart with AI tools

⏱ 30 min challenge Ages 9 & 12
💡 The big idea

AI is an incredibly powerful tool — like a very sharp kitchen knife. A sharp knife helps a chef cook amazing meals, but you also need to know how to use it safely. These five golden rules make you a confident, smart, and safe AI user.

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The 5 golden rules
1
Check your facts
AI can be confidently wrong. Always verify important facts — especially for homework or big decisions.
2
Protect your privacy
Never share your full name + address, passwords, or school details. Treat AI like a public notice board.
3
AI is a tool, not a friend
AI can't genuinely care about you. Use real people for real support. AI is for tasks.
4
Learn, don't skip
Use AI to understand things better — not to do your homework for you. Your brain needs the exercise!
5
Tell a grown-up if anything feels wrong
If a conversation ever makes you uncomfortable, stop and tell a parent or trusted adult.
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Scenario game — what would you do?
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Lesson quiz — test yourself!
Wrap-up discussion questions
1️⃣ Name the 5 golden AI safety rules from memory.
2️⃣ What is an AI hallucination and why does it happen?
3️⃣ Give one example of something you should NEVER type into an AI chat.
📍 Lesson 1.4 — Understanding AI
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